Concerns grow over candidate numbers for local elections

Thursday 31 July 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 31 Jul 2025, 9:26am

In this story Auckland Council, Bay of Plenty Regional Council

Regional and Unitary Councils Aotearoa has expressed concern regarding a lack of candidates for several councils ahead of the 2025 local elections. While Auckland Council reported receiving 111 nominations this week, nominations for local body elections are set to close at midday on Friday.

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1. RNZThu 31 Jul 2025, 8:40am

   Concerns not enough candidates for local elections as nominations draw close (opens in new tab)

2. StuffThu 31 Jul 2025, 9:26am

   Last minute nominations for Auckland elections roll in (opens in new tab)